1979 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | 160 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |